The Rivals
Book • 1775
The Rivals, written by Richard Brinsley Sheridan, is a comedy in five acts that premiered in 1775.
The play revolves around Lydia Languish, who wishes to marry for love and into poverty, and Captain Jack Absolute, who woos her under a false identity.
The plot is complicated by various characters, including Sir Anthony Absolute, Jack's father; Sir Lucius O'Trigger, an Irish baronet; and Mrs. Malaprop, Lydia's aunt known for her malapropisms.
The play satirizes the societal norms and romantic sentiments of the time, featuring a cast of memorable characters and showcasing Sheridan's wit and theatrical skill.
The play revolves around Lydia Languish, who wishes to marry for love and into poverty, and Captain Jack Absolute, who woos her under a false identity.
The plot is complicated by various characters, including Sir Anthony Absolute, Jack's father; Sir Lucius O'Trigger, an Irish baronet; and Mrs. Malaprop, Lydia's aunt known for her malapropisms.
The play satirizes the societal norms and romantic sentiments of the time, featuring a cast of memorable characters and showcasing Sheridan's wit and theatrical skill.
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